Senior Living Cook: Create Healthy, Joyful Meals

WesleyLife; Atlantic (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Vision

Dental

401K

Referral bonuses

Scholarship reimbursements

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness membership

CPR training

In-house certifications

Job summary

WesleyLife in Atlantic, IA is seeking a Cook to join the Heritage House dining team. You will be responsible for meal production, preparing hot and cold items per daily menus, and following recipes from the Director of Culinary.

The role requires adherence to modified diet plans, food safety, and teamwork to meet production standards. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, at least one year cooking experience, and basic English language skills.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalency required.
• Culinary education is preferred.
• Minimum of one year cooking experience; experience with quantity cooking and modified diet preferred.
• Ability to speak, write and understand English language.
• Attendance is an essential function.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals including hot and cold items per daily menus.
• Follow recipes provided by the Director of Culinary or Chef.
• Follow modified diet plans.
• Monitor food quality and quantity to ensure service standards; take corrective action.
• Work with culinary team to meet deadlines and maintain efficiency.
• Follow infection control techniques and sanitary practices.
• Follow waste control measures and utilize leftovers appropriately.
• Attend educational seminars and in-services as required.
• Complete other duties and assist with special projects as assigned.

Skills

English language proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary education (preferred)

Tools

SERV Safe certification

Job description

WesleyLife in Atlantic, IA is seeking a Cook to join the Heritage House dining team. You will be responsible for meal production, preparing hot and cold items per daily menus, and following recipes from the Director of Culinary.

The role requires adherence to modified diet plans, food safety, and teamwork to meet production standards. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, at least one year cooking experience, and basic English language skills.